This program develops policy leaders and digital innovators capable of managing technology transformation in governance, public services, and private sector systems. It integrates AI ethics, digital rights, cybersecurity, data policy, and smart infrastructure management, aligned with UN SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure) and SDG 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions).
- One-Week Certificate Courses
(Introductory Level – Awareness and Foundation)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Introduction to Digital Governance | 1 Week | Online | Understand key concepts in e-governance and digital transformation | Foundational literacy | Quiz | ₹2,500 / $30 | Public policy |
| Smart Cities and Digital Infrastructure | 1 Week | Online | Learn digital governance tools for sustainable urban systems | Systems mapping | Assignment | ₹2,500 / $30 | Urban planning |
| Data Privacy, Ethics, and Digital Rights | 1 Week | Online | Study frameworks for ethical data management | Legal awareness | Case study | ₹2,500 / $30 | Governance & law |
| Cybersecurity and Digital Trust | 1 Week | Online | Learn digital risk management principles | Cyber literacy | Quiz | ₹2,500 / $30 | Tech & governance |
| Digital Inclusion and Access | 1 Week | Online | Explore barriers to inclusion and technology access | Social innovation | Assignment | ₹2,500 / $30 | Development policy |
- Two-Week Certificate Courses
(Applied and Competency Level)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Governance in the Digital Age | 2 Weeks | Online | Understand how governments manage digital transitions | Digital policy | Report | ₹4,000 / $50 | Public sector |
| AI and Public Sector Innovation | 2 Weeks | Online | Examine AI use cases in governance and service delivery | AI governance | Project | ₹4,000 / $50 | Tech policy |
| Blockchain for Transparency and Governance | 2 Weeks | Online | Study blockchain tools for accountability | Blockchain literacy | Case study | ₹4,000 / $50 | Governance reform |
| Digital Transformation Strategies | 2 Weeks | Online | Learn strategy formulation for digital change | Change management | Project | ₹4,000 / $50 | Leadership training |
| Policy Design for Emerging Technologies | 2 Weeks | Online | Understand policy implications of AI, IoT, and Big Data | Tech policy analysis | Report | ₹4,000 / $50 | Regulatory agencies |
- One-Month Certificate Courses
(Professional Application Level)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| E-Governance Systems and Smart Public Administration | 1 Month | Online | Develop digital platforms for public services | Digital management | Capstone | ₹7,000 / $85 | Government & NGOs |
| Digital Policy and Data Governance | 1 Month | Online | Learn design of national and institutional data policies | Policy writing | Report | ₹7,000 / $85 | Think tanks |
| Open Data and Citizen Engagement | 1 Month | Online | Explore participatory data frameworks | Civic tech design | Project | ₹7,000 / $85 | Civil society |
| Digital Diplomacy and Global Cooperation | 1 Month | Online | Understand international digital governance frameworks | Multilateral diplomacy | Assignment | ₹7,000 / $85 | International policy |
| Ethics, AI, and Responsible Innovation | 1 Month | Online | Evaluate AI ethics in governance applications | Ethical design | Case study | ₹7,000 / $85 | Tech policy |
- Three-Month Certificate Courses
(Advanced and Research Level)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Digital Governance Policy and Frameworks | 3 Months | Online | Analyze governance systems across countries | Comparative policy | Dissertation | ₹15,000 / $175 | Public sector |
| AI, Governance, and Democracy | 3 Months | Online | Explore AI’s impact on decision-making and ethics | Critical analysis | Research paper | ₹15,000 / $175 | Governance & tech ethics |
| Smart City Governance and Urban Analytics | 3 Months | Online | Apply data and analytics for urban management | Data analytics | Capstone | ₹15,000 / $175 | Urban management |
| Cybersecurity Policy and Digital Sovereignty | 3 Months | Online | Understand policy frameworks for digital protection | Risk policy design | Dissertation | ₹15,000 / $175 | Government & IT security |
| Digital Governance for Sustainable Development | 3 Months | Online | Link digital policies with sustainability transitions | Integrated policy design | Project | ₹15,000 / $175 | SDG implementation |
- Six-Month Diploma Courses
(Leadership and Strategic Integration Level)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Diploma in Digital Governance and Policy Leadership | 6 Months | Online | Build leadership in governance transformation | Policy leadership | Dissertation | ₹30,000 / $350 | Public administration |
| Diploma in Smart Cities and Digital Innovation Management | 6 Months | Online | Master planning and management for smart cities | Smart systems design | Capstone | ₹30,000 / $350 | Urban development |
| Diploma in AI Governance and Ethics | 6 Months | Online | Design AI governance frameworks | Ethical AI literacy | Dissertation | ₹30,000 / $350 | AI policy institutions |
| Diploma in Cybersecurity Policy and Governance | 6 Months | Online | Develop digital security governance frameworks | Policy and risk | Project | ₹30,000 / $350 | IT & defense sectors |
| Diploma in Digital Transformation and Public Sector Innovation | 6 Months | Online | Lead government-wide digital innovation programs | Transformation management | Dissertation | ₹30,000 / $350 | Public policy & innovation leadership |
Common Features Across All Courses
- Integrates governance, digital innovation, and ethical AI
- Aligned with G20 Digital Economy Principles and UN Digital Cooperation Agenda
- Designed for graduates, policy professionals, administrators, researchers, and innovators
- STRATI certification
- Placement and research collaboration opportunities
- Pathway to STRATI Advanced Diplomas and Research Fellowships